How to Grow Strawberries in a Container Commercially

Purchase a container that is between 8 to 12 inches deep. Check the bottom of your pot and add drainage holes if needed. This will prevent the strawberry roots from rotting. The number of containers needed depends on how many strawberries you plan to grow, though only one strawberry plant should be planted per container. This prevents the plant's roots from getting crowded and allows the plants to thrive.

Fill the container with potting soil, leaving 2inches from the top. It's very important to use potting soil and not top soil, or the plants won't have the proper nutrition to grown. Place the pots in a sunny location. If you live in a windy area, you may also want to place the pots somewhere with wind protection as well.

Water the soil thoroughly, then add the seeds to the soil. You may also choose to buy plants from a nursery, transplanting them into their new pot. Both should be done in the early spring or fall, though the exact month depends on what growing zone you live in. If you're unsure what area you're in, you can check online.

Water your strawberry plants regularly and fertilize twice a week. You may also want to place netting over your plants as they start to produce flowers so birds won't eat the strawberry fruits as they form.

Harvest the berries when they appear bright red without any green marks on them. Rinse the berries to remove any dirt, making sure to dry them if you plan to store them in the fridge. The berries can now be eaten, cooked, or sold.